Renovation: More light & space with a glass roof

A glass roof over a previously underutilised space is the showstopper of this renovation.

07 May

One house becomes three sectional title units

The owner of this old house tells us how he increased its value by developing it into a sectional title scheme with three properties.

26 Mar

Renovation: From ruin to refuge

Family history and big dreams inspired Albert van Niekerk to turn a dilapidated 1800s structure into a charming cottage.

12 Feb

Container converted into a beautiful riverside bush kitchen

Thanks to a clever container conversion, the boma on this farm has everything that opens and shuts – and it’s baboon-resistant!

18 Dec 2020

Fix it with Flair: Meet our ‘Most Beautiful’ category winner

Sutherland’s first parsonage was meticulously restored to its former glory – then a ‘witch’ took up residence.

18 Dec 2020

Three reasons why you need solar security lights

Eurolux's new range of high-lumen solar security lights shine as bright as any other light and will help keep your home safe even when...

01 Dec 2020

Fix it with Flair: A winning braai area

A family of keen DIYers made the most of the Covid-19 lockdown to create a sociable entertainment area in their back garden.

06 Nov 2020

Fix it with Flair: Here are the winners for 2020

This year, we received entries from across the country for our popular Fix it with Flair competition. Here are the winners.

05 Oct 2020

Narrow kitchen transformed into a cosy space

After contending with an ugly, impractical kitchen for 11 years, the Krieks took inspiration from the Danish concept of hygge and...

25 Sep 2020

Reader's chaotic space gets a revamp

Elize Potgieter is the third finalist in our Declutter Competition in partnership with Gumtree. Our experts helped her turn a chaotic...

25 Sep 2020

A reader's space decluttered: A corner just for me

The second finalist in our Declutter Competition in collaboration with Gumtree is Cheryl Button; with help from our experts, she has...

14 Aug 2020

Renovation: A gypsy wagon for guests

After their log cabin for guests burnt to the ground in the Knysna fires of 2017, Andrew Yates built this gypsy wagon to take its place.

14 Aug 2020

Fix it with Flair: Join the party!

Book your seat at this glamorous gala event where we’ll crown the winners of our 2018 Fix it with Flair competition.

14 Sep 2018

Meet the Top 5 renovators in Fix it with Flair 2018

With R144 000 up for grabs in our 2018 Fix it with Flair competition, the stakes are higher than ever. Here are this year’s frontrunners...

17 Oct 2018

A fresh look for a pre-teen's bedroom

Totally over pink, Arlia (10) is thrilled with the more sophisticated colour block effect in her bedroom.

23 Aug 2018

A new kitchen with Tjhoko Paint!

Tired of your old tiles and dilapidated melamine cupboards? Give them an instant facelift with Tjhoko Paint.

24 Jul 2018

Drab lounge now serene sanctuary

Transform your home into a serene sanctuary with comforting colours – and pair them with the warmth of wood and other textiles.

01 Jun 2018

Renovation: A new look for granny's kitchen

There’s no reason why a 100-year-old space should be dated and drab.

08 Jan 2018